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"Trace minerals are nutritional elements added to production and companion animal diets in tiny quantities. They are essential for structural, physiological, catalytic, and regulatory functions in animals, making their inclusion in diets crucial for various reasons. Natural diets may not provide sufficient amounts of specific minerals to meet animal needs, the minerals in the feed may not be in a ...

INTRODUCTION:The gastrointestinal tract, often referred to as "the gut," is a complex system consisting of several components, including the epithelium, the immune arm, and the commensal bacteria. This intricate structure plays a crucial role in the overall health and well-being of animals. Understanding the defense mechanisms of the gut is vital for maintaining optimal gastrointestinal function a ...

Impact of Trace Mineral Status on Biological Function:The nutritional status of animals is an indicator of their productivity and reproductive capabilities. In tropical countries like India, mineral imbalances or deficiencies are prevalent. (Mc Dowell et al., 1993) . Livestock in India typically rely on grazing and receive minimal or no mineral supplementation, apart from common salt. (Garg et al. ...

Marked deficiencies are unlikely to occur in modern commercial production systems; however, marginal deficiencies could arise under certain conditions such as poor feed formulation or low feed intake. The occurrence and severity of mineral deficiencies are influenced by the duration of time that deficient diets are fed, prior mineral status, and the physiological state of the animals (Hill,2000).W ...

IntroductionCorn processing plays a pivotal role in the bioethanol industry, utilizing both wet and dry methods to extract valuable components from corn. Understanding the strengths and weaknesses of each approach is essential for producers aiming to optimize efficiency and product quality, particularly in the production of Distillers Dried Grains with Solubles (DDGS). In this article, we explore ...

In feed formulation, Six Sigma methodology helps achieve high-quality standards by minimizing variability. Applying it to ingredients like maize and soybean meal allows us to control nutrient content precisely, ensuring consistency in feed quality. A bell curve (normal distribution) visually represents the variability in a nutrient (like crude protein, CP) and helps identify a target range that ca ...

1️ Oxidation Meaning and ClassificationDefinition: Oxidation in feed or within the body involves the loss of electrons by a molecule, atom, or ion. This process is often accelerated by the presence of free radicals or reactive oxygen species (ROS), which are highly reactive molecules formed during normal metabolic activities.Types of Oxidation:In-Feed Oxidation: Occurs in stored feed ingred ...

Introduction:“In poultry nutrition, emulsifiers are a type of surfactant used primarily to aid fat digestion by forming stable emulsions in the gut.”Emulsifiers and surfactants are essentially the same in terms of their function, with both terms referring to substances that reduce the surface tension between two immiscible phases, such as oil and water. While "emulsifiers"specifically ...

Introduction:Using low-dose antibiotics as feed additives can enhance poultry and swine performance. However, such practices have led to bacterial resistance and antibiotic residues in animal-derived foods. Consequently, there has been a shift towards finding replacements for antibiotics as growth promoters (AGPs). Among the various alternatives, organic acids have emerged as a significant option. ...